2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (475 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
